There are a number of potential health risks related to having piercings in the mouth & lips & most Dentists would strongly advise you against it. Orofacial piercings can cause considerable damage to existing teeth, fillings & oral tissues. Often patients who have...

We all get this question asked daily. The answer is there is no one best toothpaste. First it should be pointed out that in terms of preventing plaque build up and gingivitis the differences between most toothpastes is very small. Generally it is the toothbrush and...

Dental examinations are usually recommended every six months, in order to detect cavities at an early stage and to allow stagnant plaque and tarter to be removed, before it can damage the teeth and gingival tissues. Often early stages of decay and gingivitis are...

This is a problem for patients who have already worn off some of the enamel covering the edges of the front teeth. Playing sports without mouth guards, grinding during your sleep or when you’re stressed & using your teeth to undo bottles are the main causes of this...

For many people the idea of going on a holiday involves relaxation, sun, sand, cocktails & adventures, everything but dental treatments. But for an increasing number of people the opportunity to get ‘cheaper’ dental treatments just sounds too good to be true & more...

Smoking, whether long-term or short can not only affect the teeth but also the gums. This leads to tooth staining, gum disease, tooth loss & in more severe cases mouth cancers. Gum disease is the most common problem smokers are faced with; the gums are affected...

There is no definitive answer to this question. If adequate bone is present on all 4 walls of a socket, then often an implant can be placed at the same visit as the extraction (or not-its up to the judgement of the implant surgeon). If bone grafting is required...

It is best to start your children going to the dentist when they are young and before they can develop any dental problems. Martin Dental is a family practice, treating children on the Gold Coast for the past 20 years. We treat patients of all ages. When asked about...